Le Morte d’Arthur Quiz: The Poisoned Apple and the Fair Maid of Astolat, Version A
Quiz on “The Poisoned Apple” and “The Fair Maid of Astolat,” Version A, with a word list, ten questions, and three bonus questions.
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Quiz – “The Poisoned Apple” and “The Fair Maid of Astolat”
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Using the words in the list, indicate the word defined in italics in each item.
- censure
- collusion
- culpable
- depraved
- disposition
- indict
- inveigle
- lecherous
- plaintiff
- preclude
- proffer
- rebukes
- remorse
- repose
- vindicate
1.Gawain says he is afraid the queen will be found guilty.
2.Gwynevere exhibits a fickle mood; temperament.
3.Sir Madore is the party that makes the accusation in a legal proceeding.
4.After his wounding, Launcelot admits he is more in need of rest than honor.
5.Gwynevere accuses Launcelot of being both depraved and excessively interested in sex.
6.Whose favorite fruit is apples?
7.In terms of a murder case, who is Sir Pynel?
8.Whose token does Launcelot wear at the Great Tournament?
9.What part of Launcelot’s disguise for the great tournament prevents Gawain from realizing who Launcelot is?
10.What is the Fair Maid of Astolat’s state when she arrives in Camelot?
BONUS:
A.Who is the intended victim of the poisoned apple?
B.Who says, “The knight who puts his heart in bondage loses himself”?
C.Identify Sir Lavayne by citing his familial relationship to another character.